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Mallerstang Dale

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Mallerstang Dale stretches roughly from the market town of Kirkby Stephen in the north to Garsdale in the south. On the east the valley is bounded by Mallerstang Edge, and to the west by Wild Boar Fell. This is a glorious area of unspoilt countryside, a real overlooked gem of natural beauty.

The River Eden flows through the Mallerstang on its way north to the Solway Firth. The Settle to Carlisle historic railway runs through much of the valley as well. Though sparsely settled, the area is rich in historic remains. Near the northern end is Lammerside Castle, a 12th century fortification that was later strengthened into a pele tower in the 14th century.

Near Lammerside are the Giants Graves, a Bronze Age site which has been variously described as a hill fort and a burial ground. Further south is Pendragon Castle. According to legend the castle was built by Uther Pendragon, father of King Arthur. In fact, the castle is a 12th century Norman fortification, located in a superb location overlooking the River Eden.

Above Pendragon Castle is Wild Boar Fell, where, legend tells us, the last known wild boar in England was killed by Sir Richard Musgrave in the early 15th century. In this case the legend is likely to be true, as a boar tusk was found within Sir Richard's tomb in Kirkby Stephen Church wen it was opened in the 19th century. The tusk is now on display in the chuch.

There are excellent walks to be had in the area, including a trail known as Lady Anne's Way, which follows the course of the original road through the dale before the current B6259 was constructed.

Mallerstang Dale is an exquisitely lovely countryside area, well worth a drive through, or a longer exploration on foot.
Cumbria, England

About Mallerstang Dale
Attraction Type: Countryside - Valley
Location: To access the Mallerstang by car, take the B6259 south of Kirkby Stephen. The road travels along the floor of the dale.
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Nearest Attractions Pendragon Castle - 0.6 miles (Castle) Kirkby Stephen Church - 3.4 miles (Church) Brough Castle - 6.7 miles (Castle) Gamelands Stone Circle - 9.2 miles (Prehistoric) Rutter Force - 9.9 miles (Countryside) Wensleydale Creamery Visitor Centre - 10.2 miles (Museum) Eden Valley - 10.9 miles (Countryside) Appleby Castle - 11.7 miles (Castle)

Nearest Towns and Villages Kirkby Stephen - 3.5 miles away Muker - 9.2 miles away Hawes - 10.3 miles away Appleby - 10.9 miles away Askrigg - 13.4 miles away Aysgarth - 17.4 miles away Kendal - 18.4 miles away Kirkby Lonsdale - 18.5 miles away

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Pendragon Castle

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Nearest Accommodation to Mallerstang Dale

Nearest Self Catering Cottages

Ladthwaite Barn - 2.4 miles from Mallerstang Dale Hartley, Cumbria Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £275

Low Mill - 3.5 miles from Mallerstang Dale Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria Sleeps: 5 Stay from: £300

The Barn - 3.6 miles from Mallerstang Dale Ravenstonedale, Cumbria Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £200

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Nearest Hotels

Black Bull Inn - 3.2 miles from Mallerstang Dale Kirkby Stephen, Yorkshire Stay from: £50.00

Fat Lamb Country Inn and Restaurant - 3.3 miles from Mallerstang Dale Ravenstonedale, Cumbria Stay from: £54.00

The Black Swan Hotel - 3.6 miles from Mallerstang Dale Ravenstonedale, Cumbria Stay from: £68.00

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

The George & Dragon - 10.9 miles from Mallerstang Dale Dent, Cumbria From: £25.00

Royal Oak Inn - 11.8 miles from Mallerstang Dale Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria From: £49.00

Rowleth End - 12.3 miles from Mallerstang Dale Gunnerside, County Durham From: £80.00

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Kirkby Stephen
Tourist Information Centre
Market Street
Kirkby Stephen
Cumbria
England
CA17 4QN
Tel: 017683 71199
Fax: 017683 72728
Email: ks.tic@eden.gov.uk
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